Hendry County School District Live Stream

The Hendry County School District held a board meeting on July 15, 2026, focusing primarily on academic performance updates and district operations. The meeting included detailed presentations on school grade improvements, highlighting significant academic growth across elementary, middle, and high schools despite rising state grading standards. The board discussed ongoing capital projects, including updates on the central utility building and site improvements at LHS. A procurement-related discussion involved the approval of a contract with Pushing the Envelope, a marketing firm providing social media management, branding, and community engagement services, with a monthly cost of $3,300. The board approved this contract to enhance district visibility and support student enrollment amid increasing school choice competition. Additionally, the board reviewed a five-year facilities work plan submitted to the Department of Education and discussed lease arrangements for a building at $50,000 annually, considering potential purchase options. No other direct contract awards or RFPs were noted. The meeting also covered operational updates such as transitioning to a new electronic board document platform and hiring a new assistant director for food services.